Hi folks!
Besides overcrowding/aggression/stress issues, what other concerns are there with an overstocked tank?
Nutrient levels? How so? I would say that my tank is pretty stocked but my phosphate is 0.08 (Hanna) and my Nitrates are 2.5 (Salifert). Does having these numbers allow me to add more fish? (Again not considering space issues)
How fast of a increase in those levels would be a concern for an overstocked tank?
I have plenty of rock in my DT, run a Reef Mat, a protein skimmer, and an DIY algae scrubber. All of my fish are doing great with seemingly plenty of room and hiding places, but I want to add just a few more fish....I like alot of life in my aquarium. Not so much that they are literally bumping into each other, but enough to give it a "wow" factor. I have plenty extra rock that I can add to the sump if needed.
So what other concerns are there?
Thanks!!
Besides overcrowding/aggression/stress issues, what other concerns are there with an overstocked tank?
Nutrient levels? How so? I would say that my tank is pretty stocked but my phosphate is 0.08 (Hanna) and my Nitrates are 2.5 (Salifert). Does having these numbers allow me to add more fish? (Again not considering space issues)
How fast of a increase in those levels would be a concern for an overstocked tank?
I have plenty of rock in my DT, run a Reef Mat, a protein skimmer, and an DIY algae scrubber. All of my fish are doing great with seemingly plenty of room and hiding places, but I want to add just a few more fish....I like alot of life in my aquarium. Not so much that they are literally bumping into each other, but enough to give it a "wow" factor. I have plenty extra rock that I can add to the sump if needed.
So what other concerns are there?
Thanks!!